Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Company: Spectrum Brands (UK)
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: November 22, 2020

Job Description:

Regulatory Affairs Specialist Job number: US13085 Position type Regular Function General & Administrative State/Province Missouri City St. Louis Region US Posting Date: Sep-29-2020 Division Information The Pet Care business unit of Spectrum Brands is based in St. Louis, Missouri with distribution, manufacturing and sales offices throughout the US and globe. Owners of dogs, cats, birds, small animals, fish and reptiles rely on our brands for exceptional value and trusted results. Our industry-leading brands include Tetra, Instant Ocean, Marineland, 8-in-1, Dingo, FURminator, Nature's Miracle, GloFish, DreamBone and SmartBones. Job Summary Supports regulatory functions and relies on research, experience and judgment to support the needs of the regulatory label review process and formula review process. Work cross functionally with teams to support the launch of new products as well as the improvement of existing items. Primary Duties & Responsibilities - Interact with Marketing, Manufacturing, R & D/NPD, Sourcing and other internal customers to compile necessary information/documentation/data to complete assigned tasks and achieve company goals - Coordinate with R & D to obtain appropriate product chemistry, toxicology, and efficacy studies necessary for formula review and SDS generation. - Responsible for maintaining an organizing substantiation documents including SDS and testing reports. - Responsible for notifying Senior Regulatory Specialist and R & D teams when substantiation may expire. - Assist in providing appropriate guidance/strategy to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. - Work closely with, develop and maintain positive relationships with regulatory authorities and various team members (departmental and cross-function). - Manage business relationships with state regulators to proactively address issues that may arise - Review and approve Manufacturer's Declaration of Formulation (MDF) - Support Base Label process - Support the review of product labels for compliance with application regulations - Serves as a departmental liaison with marketing, manufacturing, purchasing, R & D/NPD and other internal clients when Sr. Regulatory Specialist requires not available. - Assist in development of department SOPs related to job function - Research State regulations and provide appropriate guidance - Cover NPD meetings as needed. - Train and advise additional Regulatory Associates to support projects as needed - Maintain documentation and department files and databases for all completed work. - Explores opportunities for application of Lean Six Sigma concepts Education and Experience Profile - B.S. or B.A. in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or similar science. Exceptions can be made for candidates with a B.A. in a non-science discipline, coupled with an advanced degree or direct relevant and material experience working directly with the required regulatory agency and existing contacts with the individual states - 2-4 years of experience in a regulated field or technical discipline - Proficient in SAP and SPX - Knowledge and understanding of Lean Six Sigma concepts - Experience with chemical regulations, EPA and TSCA regulations a plus Required Skills - Ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to effectively perform in dynamic, cross-functional groups - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail - Accomplished user of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) Work Environment Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Travel up to 10% of time may be required. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job/classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Spectrum Brands is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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